reception room
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Definition
Noun: A room in a private house or hotel specifically designated for receiving and entertaining guests or visitors.
Usage
A "reception room" is a formal or semi-formal space used to welcome and host visitors. It is not typically used for private, everyday family activities but is reserved for social occasions with guests. - The large reception room in the mansion was perfect for hosting the charity gala. - Please wait in the reception room; the manager will be with you shortly.
Advanced Usage
- "to have use of the reception room": to have permission or the opportunity to utilize the formal entertaining space.
- For the anniversary party, they were granted use of the hotel's main reception room.
Variants and Related Words
- Reception (n): The act of receiving or welcoming; a social function where guests are formally received.
- The wedding reception was held in a beautiful hall.
- Receiving room (n): A less common synonym for "reception room."
- Drawing room (n), Parlor (n), Sitting room (n): Terms for similar rooms used for receiving and entertaining guests in a home. ("Drawing room" is more formal and traditional.)
Synonyms
- Entertaining room: A room used for hosting guests.
- Guest room (Note: This can also mean a bedroom for guests, so context is important).
- Salon: A reception room in a large house; also a place for business (e.g., beauty salon).
Related Phrases
- "To receive guests in the reception room": The formal act of welcoming visitors into this specific space.
- The ambassador received the diplomats in the official reception room.
Noun
- a room for receiving and entertaining visitors (as in a private house or hotel)